Pale Violet Red

Q: How do I use #A6596A in CSS?

You can use #A6596A in CSS with: background-color: #A6596A; or color: #A6596A; or as an RGB value: rgb(166, 89, 106). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 46%, 36%, 35%.

#A6596A

Pale Violet Red is a warm medium color with the hex code #A6596A. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 166, 89, 106 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 46%, 36%, 35% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pale Violet Red Color Values

HEX: #A6596A
RGB: 166, 89, 106
HSL: 347°, 30%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 46, 36, 35

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Pale Violet Red sits at 347° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 30% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Pale Violet Red work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Pale Violet Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 46%, 36%, 35% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Pale Violet Red

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A6596A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 166, 89, 106;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A6596A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 46%
Y: 36%
K: 35%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(166, 89, 106)
rgba(166, 89, 106, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 347° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A6596A?

#A6596A is Pale Violet Red, a warm medium color with RGB values of 166, 89, 106. It has a hue of 347°, 30% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A6596A?

The RGB color code for #A6596A is rgb(166, 89, 106). This means it contains 166 red, 89 green, and 106 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Pale Violet Red a warm or cool color?

Pale Violet Red (#A6596A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A6596A in CSS?

You can use #A6596A in CSS with: background-color: #A6596A; or color: #A6596A; or as an RGB value: rgb(166, 89, 106). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 46%, 36%, 35%.